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Of note: Buckner was the 2015 Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year. He was second on the team with 83 tackles. He led the Ducks with 10.5 sacks.

Martini’s take: Buckner has good size and strength and is a great pass rusher on the defensive line. He finished with 10.5 sacks despite being a focal point for opposing offensive lines. He is NFL-ready, and he has a shot at being a top-five pick in the draft.

What they are saying: “Buckner, who has the versatility to fit in a 3-4 or 4-3, has a motor befitting a player who will have a long and successful career.” — Todd McShay, ESPN

Martini’s take: Addison is quick, athletic and multi-talented. In addition to playing receiver for the Ducks, Addison has played a variety of other roles, including kick/punt returner and wildcat quarterback. He’s undersized, and Oregon recently doesn’t have a great track record of turning out NFL receivers despite their success in college. His stock appears to be going down, but a team will take a chance on him.

What they are saying: “Given the value teams place on speedy play-makers in today’s up-tempo game, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Addison join former teammate Josh Huff (selected 86th overall by Philadelphia in 2014) as the only Oregon receivers this century to hear their name called within the first 100 picks.” — Rob Rang, CBS Sports

Of note: First-team all-Pac-12 selection as a senior, after missing all of the 2014 season with knee injuries. He started 39 games in his career.

Martini’s take: After suffering knee injuries, the take on him is that he was less athletic in 2015 than he was pre-injury in 2013. Also, just visually, he doesn’t appear to be as strong as other offensive lineman around the country. He’ll need to add size and strength to have any shot at playing in the NFL.

What they are saying: “Perhaps as much as any offensive lineman in this class, Johnstone’s ultimate draft slot hinges on the medical grade he receives from team doctors. If clubs feel that he’ll regain his mobility, Johnstone has top 100 potential, projecting best as a left tackle for a zone-blocking scheme.” — Rob Rang, CBS Sports

Of note: Walker led the Ducks with 87 tackles, and he also had two sacks, one interception and recovered two fumbles.

Martini’s take: Walker had a great season for the Ducks in 2015, and he had a tremendous pro day. I’ve changed my mind about him, and now I believe he will be drafted and will have a shot at a legitimate NFL career.

What they are saying: “Walker possesses a legitimate NFL-caliber combination of size and athleticism and his experience playing in the pass-happy Pac-12 makes him all the more prepared to handle coverage responsibilities in the NFL. He needs to clean up the silly missed tackles which occasionally pop up on tape, but has the upside to warrant Day Three consideration.” — Rob Rang, CBS Sports

Of note: Adams threw for 2,643 yards, 26 touchdowns and six interceptions in 2015. He also rushed for 147 yards and two touchdowns. He played three seasons at Eastern Washington before transferring to Oregon for his senior season.

Martini’s take: Adams is a borderline draft pick. His smaller stature will still raise major concerns around the NFL. Recently, he has done some self-promotion, which might turn some teams off, but also might intrigue some teams. When he was healthy on the field for Oregon, he was outstanding. His playground style shows his knack for turning busted plays into big-time gains. I’m convinced that a team will take a chance on him with a pick. But it will be late.

What they are saying: “Extremely undersized for the position, Adams had success at Oregon despite just one season within its scheme. He doesn’t have optimal anticipation or field vision and missed big play opportunities as they were opening. Adams can hit deep ball on scramble throws and won’t take unnecessary chances, but teams might pass on him due to ‘system and size’ concerns. I wouldn’t close the door on his chances to make a team due to athleticism and play-making potential in packaged plays.” — Lance Zierlein, NFL.com

Of note: Marshall led Oregon in rushing in 2013, and in receiving in 2014. Despite missing most of his senior season with an injury, he finished with 1,877 career rushing yards and 1,293 receiving yards, and 27 total touchdowns.

Pete Martini’s take: Marshall is a very talented college player, but I don’t think he really has a fit in the NFL. He’s too small to be a running back, and too short to be a wide receiver in today’s NFL. But he works hard, and his ability to know the playbook as a running back and receiver is impressive. A team will give him a shot, likely as an undrafted free agent, and then like Addison, his best chance at an NFL career would be as a returner.

What they are saying: “Marshall has a nice stutter-step and burst to avoid defenders and enough speed to break free for long gains. He struggled a bit with ball security a year ago and like many of the Oregon backs before him, Marshall lacks the size to be a full-time contributor in the NFL.” — Rob Rang, CBS Sports

Martini’s take: Balducci is a big, strong defensive lineman. Much of his role with the Ducks in the 3-4 defense was to take blocks from opposing offensive lines to free up the linebackers to make plays. Some team will take a chance on him as an undrafted free agent, but he likely lacks the athleticism needed to be successful in the NFL.

What they are saying: “Balducci has some size, but doesn’t play with the functional strength and technique to match his frame as an interior lineman. Unless he improves his hand usage and is able to play with better instincts to cover up for his marginal athleticism, he will have a difficult time getting very far in camp.” — Lance Zierlein, NFL.com

Of note: Coleman finished with 63 tackles, 4.5 sacks and recovered one fumble as a senior in 2015.

Martini’s take: Coleman is a solid college linebacker, but not great. He has strong leadership qualities, but lacks the size and speed to play linebacker in the NFL. I’m not sure if a team would take a chance on him.

What they are saying: “Coleman is a two-year starter regarded as a solid leader and special teams player. While his tape shows enough toughness and football intelligence, his lack of NFL athleticism and play-making traits make his journey to an NFL roster spot a long shot.” — Lance Zierlein, NFL.com

Of note: Honorable mention all-Pac-12 in his only season with the Ducks, after transferring from Notre Dame. He started all 13 games, before being injured during the Alamo Bowl, an injury that proved costly.

Martini’s take: Hegarty was able to come into the program and quickly learn to be the starting center. After his injury in the Alamo Bowl, we all saw how vital his role really was as backup Doug Brenner really struggled with getting the snap to backup quarterback Jeff Lockie. Hegarty is on the smaller side, like Johnstone, and will need to bulk up if he has a shot in the NFL.

Draft prediction: Undrafted free agent

Jan 12, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Oregon Ducks linebacker Rodney Hardrick (48) recovers a fumble against the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half in the 2015 CFP National Championship Game at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports(Photo: John David Mercer, John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports)

RODNEY HARDRICK

Position: Linebacker

Height/weight: 6-1/250

Of note: Hardrick finished 2015 with 81 tackles, two sacks and one interception. His tackle total was third-most on the team.

Martini’s take: Hardrick was the heart-and-soul of the linebacker crew last season. He has strong leadership qualities, and he is talented as a college linebacker. He lacks the size, strength and athleticism to be an NFL linebacker.

Of note: Pierson started 12 games in 2015 as a senior, his only year on scholarship.

Pete Martini’s take: Pierson is a feel-good story going from a walk-on scout team player to a starter on the offensive line. He has a good frame at 6-foot-6, but lacks the size and strength needed in the NFL. He would have to do a lot of work to have any kind of chance in the NFL.